2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1962 Volvo 220

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Terracan 1962 Volvo 220
Make Hyundai Volvo
Model Terracan 220
Year Released 2009 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L